On that note, here are my final considerations for getting a good night’s rest.

Sleep Improvement Tip: Experiment with New Things

The same habits, hacks, and routines don’t work for everyone. You have to find what works best for you, and the best way to do that is to try new stuff. Here’s some ideas to get you started.

Take cold showers about an hour before bed. They lower your core body temperature, improve circulation, and are surprisingly meditative (it’s hard to think about other things with icy cold water beating down on you). All this combines to help you fall asleep faster.

Get a massage. You’re welcome for the excuse. Massage therapy removes muscular tension from your body that causes restlessness at night. Besides, massages are awesome.

Spend some time outdoors. Being outside exposes you to natural light, which keeps your circadian clock in sync. Nature is inherently relaxing.

Stop drinking alcohol two hours before bed. It’s true that alcohol will help you fall asleep faster because it’s a sedative, but it also lowers the quality of your sleep significantly. For optimal sleep, enjoy a drink or two with dinner then stop for the night.

Tomorrow is my final email. I’ll be recapping everything we’ve discussed and sending you on your way to the sleep of your dreams (see what I did there).